Tag: parenting

I recently read a post on Instagram where a lady opened up in a raw and incredible way that really spoke to me. In the post, she was sharing about the feeling of defeat that she sometimes feels in the battle to be seen on social media. She was frustrated with how the algorithms impacted …

Something I've gained a better understanding of on my journey of self-love is the difference between deserving and worthiness. I used to feel worthless which in turn made me feel I wasn't deserving of love. After dedicating the past several years cultivating my self-love, I've realized that love isn't about being deserving at all. By …

Those are some wise words that were once easier said than done in my life. As tough as that pill was to swallow, I eventually had to. It wasn't easy but I had to get over myself, my excuses, and my complaints in order to make my life better.

Don't ever let someone tell you, you can't do something. Not even me. You got a dream, you got to protect it. People can’t do something themselves, they want to tell you you can’t do it. You want something, go get it. Period. -The Pursuit of Happyness On Saturday evening we watched "The Pursuit of …

Stressed? Anxious? Can’t sleep? Meditation can help! Maybe you’ve heard about the benefits of mediation but you aren’t convinced. Perhaps you have some doubts or reservations. There is now considerable clinical evidence to prove that meditation is good for your physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing. A 2014 study¹ showed that mindfulness-based practices were effective in supporting people suffering from …

As my birthday approaches, I can't help but be reminded of the best gift I ever gave myself. Four years ago, I gave my two-week notice at my corporate job. I had been there for three and a half years and knew it was just a matter of time before I moved on in search …

Can I make a confession? I hate New Year's resolutions! I love the idea of them but not the practice itself because it's incomplete. I would go into this in detail but it would make for quite a long blog post and I've already decided to teach people why resolutions don't work and what they …

As we get ready to step into the last month of 2017, many women start to feel stressed! It's not that they don't look forward to spending time with family and loved ones, it's that they dread how busy the holidays are. From coordinating travel arrangements and accommodating guests to overspending to picking the perfect gift …